Think of a child in the Kumaon hills of Uttarakhand, sitting by the window with her schoolbooks. Outside, the forests stretch across the slopes, alive with birdsong. Her family depends on these forests for fodder, firewood, and water. And yet, in recent years, the trees have thinned. Fires, overuse, and climate pressures have made life […]
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Celebrating Onam with Nature: From Harvest Abundance to Planting Trees for the Future
Onam, Kerala’s most cherished harvest festival, is more than just a celebration of prosperity. It is a profound tribute to nature. Traditionally, Onam marks the time when farmers bring in their harvest, homes are adorned with pookalams (intricate floral rangolis), and families gather to share in the bounty of the season. At its heart, Onam […]
What Lord Ganesha Teaches Us About Nature
Every year, as the rhythmic chants of Ganpati Bappa Morya echo through towns and villages, millions welcome Lord Ganesha into their homes and hearts. Known as the remover of obstacles, the harbinger of prosperity, and the deity of wisdom, Ganesha holds a revered place in Indian culture. Yet, beyond the clay idols and festive lights […]
What Can Trees Teach Us About Living Well?
If you spend a little time around trees, you’ll notice they aren’t just standing there quietly. They’re teaching us, in their own way, how to live better. Their branches stretch without hurry, their roots connect unseen beneath the soil, and their presence is a reminder that life doesn’t need to be rushed or loud to […]
Let’s Reclaim the Green Freedom of Our Land!
On 15th August 1947, India awoke to a new dawn. Our freedom was hard-earned, a collective triumph over nearly two centuries of struggle and sacrifice. As the tricolour rose against the morning sky, our leaders envisioned a sovereign India, self-reliant, prosperous, and living in harmony with its natural wealth. Back then, our forests stretched far […]
Why does World Elephant Day start with Planting?
Every year on World Elephant Day, we celebrate these gentle giants that shape forests and cultures alike. But in Jharkhand’s Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary and its surrounding foothills, Asian elephants are struggling to survive. Their forest corridors, critical for food, shelter, and migration, are shrinking due to deforestation, mining, and human expansion. This has forced them […]
How Greet with Trees® Strengthens Employee Engagement
Introduction In an era marked by environmental concerns and the rising demand for sustainable practices, Grow-Trees.com introduced a simple yet powerful model: Greet with Trees®. This initiative encourages individuals and organizations to replace traditional, resource-intensive gifts with the planting of trees, symbolizing growth, care, and long-term impact. Unlike material gifts that are quickly consumed or […]
Raksha Bandhan 2025: A Festival of Bonds that Grow with Nature
Raksha Bandhan has always been a celebration of love, trust, and the unbreakable bond between siblings. Each rakhi tied is more than just a sacred thread; it is a promise of protection, affection, and lifelong companionship. In 2025, the festival gains an even deeper meaning, with cosmic alignments said to bless this occasion with abundance, […]
How Planting Trees Has Improved the Tiger Population
Amid the teak-lined landscapes and grass-covered trails of Ramtek’s Pench corridor, a quiet yet urgent struggle unfolds, not just for territory, but for survival. Tigers, one of India’s most iconic species, depend on uninterrupted forest corridors like Pench to move freely between fragmented habitats. These corridors are more than just geographical linkages; they are the […]
Are Carbon Credits a Hidden Asset for Business Growth?
For years, carbon credits were tucked away in the fine print of sustainability reports, treated more as a compliance checkbox than a catalyst for growth. But times are changing. As climate commitments grow stronger and stakeholders sharpen their focus on environmental accountability, carbon credits are evolving from regulatory obligations into valuable strategic assets. In fact, […]